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behaviour

Why Doesn’t My Dog Like Water?

All dogs love cooling off by splashing about and swimming in water, right? So why does yours... not?

Small dog lays between woman's legs in the grass.
behaviour

The Adorable Reason Your Dog Likes To Sleep On Their Back

Four legs up to the ceiling might not seem like a comfy napping position to us but pups seem to love it. How come?

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behaviour

Making Short Absences Easy: How To Leave Your Dog Home Alone

Scientists from the Waltham Petcare Institute explain how one simple buy could help your nervous pup feel more comfortable by themselves

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lifestyle

Dogs Over Babies? Strollers for Pets Outsell Baby Buggies in South Korea

With a declining (human) birth rate and fast-rising dog pup-ulation, the country looks set to be the pet parent capital of the world

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lifestyle

The 10 Most Popular Dog Names For Good Pups

Spoiler alert: Luna’s no longer the top dog, but she’s still shining bright



XL bully puppy
lifestyle

One Year On: XL Bully Ban Sees Alarming Increase in Abuse

The UK’s XL Bully ban has led to a tragic rise in cruelty cases

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Health

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health

Is Your Home Safe? Common Causes of Pet Burns in the UK and How to Prevent Them

Learn essential steps to treat pet burns , from first aid to when to seek veterinary care

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health

What’s This Weird Lump Of Skin On My Dog?

Understand the causes, identification, treatment options and when to seek veterinary advice for skin tags on your dog

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health

Black Dots On Your Dog Or Cat? Here’s What You Need to Know

We’re not talking about Dalmatians here – they can have all the spots they like

Nutrition

Man and woman eating pancakes with blackberries while dog begs.
nutrition|Can My Dog Eat This?

Can Dogs Eat Blackberries? The Ultimate Guide to Safe Snacking

Blackberries can be a healthy, tasty treat for your dog – without the worry

Young blonde woman with a Jack Russell puppy during spring in the city.
nutrition

Dog Training Treats They Will Sit, Stay – You Name It – For

A behaviourist reveals the most mouth-watering treats for training your pup

A dog eating a piece of bread with bananas and peanut butter.
nutrition|Can My Dog Eat This?

Can My Dog Eat Bananas?

Yep – bananas are a healthy and delicious treat for your pup

Behaviour

Guy sitting with his dog at his desk at work.
behaviour

How to Train Your Dog For a Day At the Office

Dog trainer Robert Haussmann shares his tips for how to teach your pup to be your favourite co-worker

A woman sitting on a floor resting her head on the edge of a couch watching her dog sleep nearby.
behaviour|Ask a Trainer

Will My New Dog Ever Love Me?

What to do when you don’t feel the close bond you want

behaviour

How to Work Out What ‘Drives’ Your Dog

You might already have a good idea of what your dog likes, but it‘s not always that straightforward

Lifestyle

lifestyle

What It Takes To Be a Registered Veterinary Nurse

It’s not all cuddling cute puppies and kittens…

A woman  with cropped grey hair hugs a black dog. They are surrounded by rubble
lifestyle

Meet the Incredible Dogs Who Have Saved Lives

From the dog that detected a deadly hair treatment to the search and rescue hero from the Turkish earthquake, meet the pups who gave humans a second chance at life

A woman sitting on a floor playing with her dogs.
behaviour

10 Signs Your Dog Has Imprinted on You

This has nothing to do with a werewolf named Jacob in a series called Twilight, but here’s what it is all about